1964 Abarth 700 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 990 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercedes-Benz S (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | S |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
